October weather forecast
Santa Claus, IN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Santa Claus, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). October nights observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Santa Claus, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Claus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.3 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Santa Claus, Indiana, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Claus, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Santa Claus, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.7°F (9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Santa Claus is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Santa Claus, Indiana, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Santa Claus, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Santa Claus?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Santa Claus, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average temperature in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average pressure in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average humidity in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average snowfall in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Santa Claus, IN

Average visibility in October - Santa Claus, IN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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